I hope they put tracking devices inside the generators... just in case they end up at Kay Forbes Smith house

Lordy I was just going to type the same thing. I'm sure the US hid an AirTag in each one. I think I may as well.

Some of these will never be deployed. Some will never be installed to a building. And some will somehow make it to peoples homes.

They'll have the R.O. Systems screwed up in about 5 years, once they get them installed in 5 and a half years!
The generators, well, yeah, they'll end up elsewhere.
If actually installed at a government NEMA site they'll not run when needed.
And NEMA still has no field manual, or step by step on what to do.
Plenty powers to seize and summary convicting but no sense therein.
Most Govt personnel who have experience are retired/transferred/under a bus.

It's time for the United States to start viewing The Bahamas as an equal partner, not a lesser-developed country that only deserves small gifts. While the recent donation of generators and reverse osmosis systems is appreciated, it pales compared to China's substantial support and investment in its friendly countries, such as building modern schools, hospitals, and infrastructure. The U.S. should consider prioritizing the long-standing relationship with The Bahamas and offer more substantial aid that directly benefits Bahamians rather than just strategic interests.

The United States and The Bahamas have had a long-standing relationship dating back to the colonial period. The two countries have cooperated on various issues, including economic development, security, and disaster relief. The United States also views The Bahamas as a key ally in the Caribbean region and a partner in promoting regional stability and security. Therefore, the relationship between the United States and The Bahamas is multifaceted and cannot be reduced to solely strategic interests.

> "It's time for the United States to
> step up and offer more substantial
> support to The Bahamas if they want to
> compete with China's strong regional
> foreign policy efforts. Let's move
> beyond 'little gifts of dolls' and
> invest in building schools, hospitals,
> and infrastructure that will truly
> benefit the Bahamian people."

They are responsible for us. Hospitals, roads, and infrastructure are our government's responsibility.

The US provide the majority of our major health care. They provide the majority of our food and retail items. They provide a significant chunk of our tourists, either as individuals or by air services. They provide a significant portion of our ability to ship in goods. If Florida alone turned their backs to us our cost of living would double while our economy would shrink.
We are NOT... AT ALL... independent.

Agreed 100%

While it's true that the United States is a major provider of healthcare, food, and retail items in The Bahamas (this would not be something I would be proud to say), we must not forget that our heavy reliance on imports has resulted in a significant trade deficit and a dependency-based economy. In the 2022 third quarter, The Bahamas' trade deficit increased by $82.37 million or 10.3 percent year-over-year due to the spike in goods imports, which exceeded $1 billion for the period. Food imports alone represent over 50 percent of our import costs.

Instead of relying solely on foreign imports, we should prioritize developing a manufacturing-based economy that can create jobs and reduce our dependency on imports. While the United States is an important partner, we should not view them as our sole provider but rather as a potential partner in achieving economic growth and sustainability. Let's work together towards a more self-sufficient Bahamas.

I understand that the responsibility for building and maintaining infrastructure ultimately falls on the Bahamian government. However, my point is that the United States has a long-standing relationship with The Bahamas and should prioritize supporting the Bahamian people by offering more substantial aid that directly benefits them. This is not about shirking responsibility but rather about strengthening a partnership and promoting the well-being of a friendly country.

Moreover, the United States and China are currently competing for influence in the region, and China has been able to gain favor with many countries by offering substantial support in the form of schools, hospitals, and infrastructure. If the United States wants to remain a key player in the region and compete with China's strong foreign policy efforts, it needs to step up and offer more substantial support to its allies, including The Bahamas.

It's time for the United States to invest in the long-standing relationship with The Bahamas and demonstrate that it sees The Bahamas as an equal partner, not just a strategic pawn. The Bahamian people deserve more than just small gifts; they deserve substantial support that directly benefits them.

Umm if treat us as an equal partner, we will therefore do the same for them and provide them with schools etc? After all thats what an equal partner does.

Stay where you are, don't move. When I am ready for you, I will call, ok.

Well muddo sic someone going to get free generator for they house! 28 take away 7 leaves 21, where you think they will end up at???